1998 AC Cobra vs. 1989 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1998 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1998 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 237 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari F40 (721 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 AC Cobra. (579 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 AC Cobra | 1989 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Cobra | F40 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 640 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1263 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |
